Chicago KOREAN BBQ, FRIED CHICKEN & Portillo’s HOT DOGS | 48 Hour Chicago FOOD TOUR

[@alisaishere]

Thank you for reminding people that Chicago isn't just a Midwest city that eats hot dogs all day. People forgot that we're the third largest city in the country and a huge international hub, which means we have such a vast array of food options and things are super fresh since they are coming off planes hours after being caught or harvested. My previous job included planning events for international business owners who were looking to put an American location in Chicagoland, and they were always shocked at some of the authentic cuisines we had. My favorite was the man who had actually cried because the Chinese restaurant in the suburbs I took them too was close enough to what he grew up eating that it reminded him how much he missed home.

[@ericamo9906]

AMEN!!! Wish I was there to experience those MULTI INTERNATIONAL palates❤❤❤❤❤😊😊😊😊

[@mizmerrill]

I wish I could like this multiple times, just for Portillo’s! :) Note for when you are refilling your freezer: Portillo’s ships kits for hot dogs, beef sandwiches, Italian and Polish sausages, and more. (I’m from the Oak Brook area and was raised with Portillo’s as a weekly dinner out. Now that I live in a completely different state, I order Portillo’s shipments 1-2 times a year.) I’m so happy you enjoyed their food so much!

[@moreadventure3627]

this will be one one the humans that will literally die happy. what a fulfilled life this gentleman is living

[@theprettyanxiouskoko6876]

Yes I agree. This human is fullfilled. No need for anything deeper than food.

[@installgentoo7833]

Plus he gets the ladies every now and then true legend

[@cloudstrife7349]

There's more to life than happiness.

[@traphouse5118]

Install nice try troll

[@Jlowrey8]

@Late Notice you shouldn’t talk about yourself like that

[@jr13227]

Next time try just grilled onions and mustard on the polish sausage. That’s the way it’s usually served

[@GhostofMarkAri]

I was coming here to make this same comment. The Maxwell Street Polish is the way to go!

[@tamarawhiteurst8727]

Don’t forget the hot pepper!

[@eddiemad30]

Most 30 minute videos feel like an hour. Mike's 30 minute videos feel like 10 minutes.

[@BC250]

8:42 Mike discreetly with his girlfriend. Look at the reaction on his mom's face 🤭

[@ImJustAlex1]

I always watch these videos while I'm hungry why am I like this

[@mildredbosque7147]

Same here 🤣😂

[@greyeaglem]

If you just ate, you'll still get hungry watching. If you have something to eat, it likely won't be as good as what he has and you won't enjoy it. You can't win. I wasn't as hungry after seeing the intestines though. LOL Nope, I'll pass on those.

[@okaywhat3]

Watching always helps me to improve my appetite!

[@cyberducc]

me tooo😋

[@pastadoll]

As a Chicago girl, thank you for returning to showcase our wonderful and tasty food, be it Asian or American. Best wishes Mike I really enjoy your videos. Keep on eating, I enjoy seeing you enjoy most of everything you eat!

[@leolldankology]

Mikey, anytime you get rice in a stone pot, you need to scoop out the rice and then ask for hot tea to turn the burnt rice into porridge. Nurrung bahp is what we call it.

[@melissarobinson9618]

(Talking about golfers)"I get it, they play in the rain, I eat in the rain" A passion cannot be dampened by the weather 😁

[@MEshaoWords]

Tell that to baseball ☹️😞

[@M.Happie]

Awwww your parents look SOOO relaxed in the new place you got them. Must make you feel good that they're happy. 😊💕 Good job Mickey. Btw- the scrunchy on his arm was so cute..lol.

[@wakawaka5131]

Did you notice his mom checking and approving his new "friend" at 9:16 ? I so hope it's Jesse😍😍

[@jchoe95]

@@wakawaka5131 He already said in the comments in a previous video that it's not Jessie.

[@wakawaka5131]

@@jchoe95 ☹️☹️☹️ . I like Jessie.

[@wakawaka5131]

@@jchoe95 Didn't see that.Jesse seems like good people.Was just wishing😜.I need a Jesse in my life😭

[@urielolivas6158]

Jessie is his cousin lol

[@MDestron2282]

Home made is always the best for sure. I had a Vietnamese friend in high school and one day his mom made us some pork rolls..... OMG! Best thing I've ever had in my life! I still think about them 20+ years later. Absolutely no restaurant I've eaten at since then has come close.

[@highwalker339]

The chocolate cake shake is a must try at Portillos.

[@davidpirnik6077]

Bud next time try the chocolate shake at portillos and the Chicago pizza, your choice it sounds amazing. Rem

[@noodles6281]

For someone who thinks a little bit of chili oil or hot sauce is about 4 tablespoons, can't believe Mikey forgot the hot peppers/giardiniera for the italian beef sandwich

[@chaos00000]

Tbh 4 tbsp of chilli oil rlly isn't that spicy

[@molla1368]

Hey Mike, If you ever try a polish sausage again just get it with grilled onions and mustard. You'll love it. I promise!

[@rochesterjohnny7555]

i like it with sauerkraut instead of onions, gotta have a good brown mustard

[@cherryberry.93]

*Mikey: **9:20** I'll put my dumpling recipe down below.* *Me: ✨buddy I can't find the recipe 🕵️‍♀️👀*

[@UltimateGamerCC]

obviously Mikey copy/pasted the usual info and then fell into a food coma. XD

[@jepolch]

Head fake. He never puts the recipe "down below".

[@ayf888]

Maybe he forgot it 😂

[@keriiluv]

He always forgets to link, haha

[@stephanieeksteen6777]

If you go to his cooking channel you'll find all his recipes there

[@naomeeggy]

Mikey if you ever visit Chicago again you NEED to go to sea food city. It's a HUGE Filipino shopping center with so many restaurants, food stands and two bakery's. You can even go grocery shopping for some Filipino foods and fruits.

[@Astrih_Konnash]

Love when Mikey goes visit his parents - they love him so much :D

[@xZocker1000]

His parents are certainly very proud of him!

[@207LW]

It always warms my heart to see them ❤️

[@daniell.5347]

Chicago dogs are made with poppy seed buns. Also the unsung hero of a true chidog is the celery salt.

[@PaulMykytka]

I literally thought the same two exact things

[@melissaalm3811]

Mikey! Come back to Seattle and let’s eat. I just moved to this area and wish you were still here. Bucket list…eat with Mikey Chen!

[@kimsmith6666]

Saaaaame!! Granted, I couldn't keep up!! I'm a grazer, not a full meal person, but he is helping with that!

[@Jadedone1231]

I wish he would come back and focus on the east side. Redmond, Kirkland, Bellevue, Woodinville, And Bothell wa all have unique restaurants

[@kaylheecarroll3186]

Yeah I've been to the places he went to eat and the foods was so good

[@Ben_1974]

Texas last time i heard? can't keep up!

[@Tahlmorra]

Thank you for your passion and positivity especially in today's crazy world! You give more people than you know something good to look forward too.

[@isaywhatyouafraidto]

I’ve been eagerly anticipating you stopping in Chicago. I knew I could count on you to point me in the direction of the best hotpot or Korean bbq spots. Thanks Mike.

[@kylieg.2332]

Mike, you should’ve gone to the Portillo’s off Harlem, closer to MDW, they have the Barnelli’s side where you can choose from pastas, salads, and most importantly; the delicious meatball! Next time you’re back in Chicago, I recommend going to that one. ✌🏼

[@mak6270]

I will be goin to this one aswell lol

[@kylieg.2332]

@@mak6270 the meatball never disappoints. I always get it when I go to that location. 😂

[@mak6270]

@@kylieg.2332 i 100% believe you, i just saw your mukbang vids and you def know good food!

[@kylieg.2332]

@@mak6270 ☺️ thanks for watching, and thank you for the sweet compliment. You’ll have to report back and let me know what you think about the meatball. 😋

[@ruthblack1996]

I used to love going to the Portillos that have the Barnelli’s and didn’t realize there was one somewhat close to me… I love their pasta and haven’t had it in forever, thanks I’ll be going there soon soon soon😋😋😋

[@skyetea2349]

I just left there not that long ago, on my honeymoon! There’s a good ice cream place called Cone Gourmet Ice cream, was amazing!!! We went to a few places where diners, drive ins and dives went. Love your videos Mike! Stay safe 🥳

[@mateoUR2121]

This channel reminds me why I love Asian food and culture.

[@TheSonar129]

When his mom asked “is it nice? WHICH ONE TASTES GOOD?” Man I felt that… you gotta give them the “it all tastes so good BUT…” and then just give very little criticism to one of the dish so that they know you’re being serious.

[@brianjuice]

Yo why is this so accurate 😂😂😂

[@beastboyzombie1526]

69 likes noice 😏🌝

[@jtzimm233]

I love that moment when Mikey's brain registers how happy his taste buds are.

[@mitchelldailey1355]

Your videos I'm not sure what I'm doing you might want to I know you I watch your video on Chicago you might want to try the quad cities which is Illinois and Iowa home my sister I haven't lived there in a long time but my sister Jill could probably tell you where to go they got really good pizza thank you

[@dangercat9188]

I must say, the tea in the beginning looked good. Lol. I like the little glass pot.

[@erizabeta]

I love your commitment to white rice with savory sauce on it. Pretty much my favorite food ever.

[@LoveZeness]

Yay! You made it to Chicago, but next time actually go into the City!

[@isaywhatyouafraidto]

Nah frfr. Mike the man but he misrepresented of with this one lol

[@etnod2345]

It’s funny you said this. This video was like the folks who say they from Chicago but live in the Burbs!!!!!!!!!

[@cal9mm403]

you need to get the chocolate cake shake from here, its SOOOOO GOOOD

[@caladr9367]

Btw Mike, Portillos sells gravy bread and it’s dipped in the same gravy as the Italian beef

[@tyisha2105]

The anticipation when Mikey first tastes something and I can’t tell if he’s going to say it’s delicious or disgusting. I think I even hold my breath!

[@kyungsoosmainhoe7305]

pro tip: never watch mikey's videos when you're on a diet...

[@MrBraffZachlin]

he pulls it off. it seems like with gym effort, so maybe cutting calories isnt the answer for you and maybe the answer is less sedentary living. imho it makes you healthier mentally and physically to compensate via kinetic energy when maintaining weight as opposed to reducing intake. obvious outlier exceptions to this opinion exist and i recognize that.

[@reyanaganguly7650]

I like your name. Waiting for Empathy

[@maeng5424]

Especially when you’re doing intermittent fasting…its pure torture 😅

[@Primis00]

@@urbromattl7495 Are you seriosuly accusing someone of stealing your comment when your own comment is THE most common comment found on mike's videos. Like for real.

[@oliviawu835]

ahh so excited for empathy!!! kyungsoo is such an amazing singer i wish monday would come already

[@divinedwelling724]

There’s no way you can’t get hungry while always watching Mike’s vids

[@swatisukriti9087]

Only 3 minutes ago this video dropped and there are over 50 comments already. Mikey's fan have to be the most vocal and loving of them all

[@cloeeshirley4434]

11:38 Mikey is literally the most innocent person ever he has his girlfriend's scrunchie on his wrist and that is the cutest thing ever he is like a big papa bear and it's so comforting to watch

[@xtheasiansensationx]

Man the dipped Italian from portillos with hot peppers ìs a game changer! So happy we got them in AZ 😀

[@SlavicCelery]

Italian beef is a magical dish, that people confuse with a French dip. Totally different, but still both amazing.

[@kendra276]

The sexy music change when you got to the chocolate cake was hilarious. Love your content and love Portillos. You can order their Chicago dogs and sandwiches from wherever and get it delivered.

[@itsonlyjj5589]

You’ve become my inspiration for food, I’ve watched your vids since day one and it’s always entertaining to see the variety of foods you try. Keep making Videos!!🙏😁

[@goldtopazasylum]

the beefs are good, but i love the charred cheeseburgers and the pickles are awesome!

[@Bluboy30]

Mike is eating wings with chopsticks, funniest thing I've seen today. 🤣

[@sunder1983]

Portillos doesn't do anything the best but everything they do is great. Probably the best chain restaurant in the Midwest. Glad you liked it Mikey

[@Emstrawb3rry]

The attack of the chicken wing 😂😂😂

[@Lombreee]

😆😆

[@LadyMariaCroft]

MICHAEL!!! Next time, don’t forget those sweet and hot peppers at Portillo’s. Also, you MUST try the following: -High Five Ramen (get there when they open or half an hour earlier to avoid a 5 hour wait! It’s THE best ramen) -Green Street Meats (located above High Five Ramen. Great to either get a drink while you wait for ramen or get some AMAZING BBQ!) -Half Shell (amazing seafood in a cute basement!) -Chicago Bagel Authority (steamed, soft and delicious bagels) -Pho 888 (the best pho in town, I’ve tried them all!) -Joyee (yummy smoothies!)

[@ESP500]

He really loved portillos. Just like all of us from chi

[@seantazelaar9807]

I actually live near the original location. It's literally 10 minutes from my house

[@greatestamericansimp7040]

True dat! And Malnatis!

[@jiveturkeymonster7473]

But a true Chicagoan knows to go to Mr.Beef on Orleans

[@greatestamericansimp7040]

@@jiveturkeymonster7473 Mr. Beef is awesome! Al’s is pretty good too. I like Luke’s the best. 👍🤓

[@fred8174]

I hope it’s better than Portillo’s here in Glendale AZ, meh!

[@-_918Buba_-]

When I drove OTR I was lucky enough to stop at a small truck stop that had a Portillos in. The Italian beef with hot & sweet peppers dipped was amazing. That bottle your mom made is perfect size for me 👍👍

[@yanets.4786]

And here I was hoping he tried the Portello's cakeshake? 💔

[@brka__]

Sameee!

[@milliecuthbert]

Me too.

[@D-me-dream-smp]

Mikes family seem so down to earth. It’s good to see him looking well and healthy. I love that he didn’t edit out getting attacked by a chicken wing. I’m waiting for someone to post a video about some random Asian guy rubbing the side of their car and leaving a puddle of ice tea behind. It’s great how he interacts with staff at shops.

[@alanna3600]

He really does be living in his best life

[@MrBraffZachlin]

we don't see all the behind the scenes suffering it takes to not be 1000lbs with heart disease given his work and portfolio of video content. this guy prolly puts in the gym effort of a top level athlete in order to not be a huge health risk t himself given what he does. in other words there is always give and take, and nobody is really ever living the life ;) take that to heart sweetie as it is the key to being happy yourself

[@LOTStreets]

Not everyone can be like Mike 😂

[@traphouse5118]

Your English is really bad

[@alanna3600]

@@traphouse5118 Not really, if it was bad, you would not be able to comprehend it. I would also like to see you speak and write several languages like I can, without making small mistakes every now and then. So tell me, was it really necessary for you to comment just to tell me that my English is “really bad”?

[@mrdude88]

@@MrBraffZachlin You’re making it sound like working out is a hard thing.

[@beareats1815]

Feels good to come back and watch mike after 3 months

[@srikandim8547]

When Covid eases up in the next few years, my partner and i are making a trip to America and we're gonna try as many food places as we can recommended by Mikey c:

[@patrickhagan8244]

Bro covid already eased up

[@GrsViTy]

Fun fact: One of the secret ingredients used in that chocolate cake at Portillo's is something that most people wouldn't ever CONSIDER putting in cake. . . . It's MAYO! Mayonnaise, simply put, is a pre-made emulsion of oil, eggs, and an acid, and the texture helps keep the cake moist but retain it's shape.

[@mamakins4318]

As someone who loves portillo's chocolate cake, I was nervous that the answer would have been something like fish eggs, phew, I am good with mayo

[@lunairvi]

if only I could grab the food out of my phone my morning would be complete🤕

[@endofdraco9191]

Portillos has a Chocolate Cake Shake, where they shove that whole slice of cake into the shake.

[@melissarobinson9618]

The Cake Shake should be given a gold medal and then slapped for being what it is lol decadent and inconceivable

[@vishseu9078]

eating fried chicken on the side of the road with chopsticks while holding a camera! Skillz!

[@canadianeskimogirl]

It's amazing what the guy can do with chopsticks

[@tommynguyen6843]

Into he stab himself with the chicken tip

[@juanfranceschiBABY]

But why would you ever try to eat wings with a chopstick? And why did he eat the dipped sub with a fork in one hand? I'm triggered by how he was trying to eat.

[@mistergrendel32]

@@juanfranceschiBABY Who eats a chicken wing without pulling the sections apart first? 🤔🤓

[@BiggBaddVVolf]

16:55 Baby wipes work incredibly well too. It’s amazing how well they work!

[@element20]

When you come back, you need to go to Al's Italian Beef!

[@jordanmurphy8774]

It makes me so happy to see you enjoyed Portillos! Next time get some giardiniera peppers and cheese on the beef sandwich! You won't be disappointed.

[@kimsmith6666]

As always, Mikey, looks amazing! Sitting down to a nice homemade slow cooker soup (you'd hate it, it has brocolli in it.... Well, you'd like everything else, it will light you up) and watching this.

[@toucheethao6300]

I'm shocked you never had portillo's. Best Italian beef ever! So disappointed you didn't get it with pepper! I was surprised how slow it was too, Usually there's like a line of cars at the drive thru. Go try Joy Yee Noodles, Best Asian fusion place in the city!!!!

[@alicedipaola736]

Joy yee is awesome

[@konadora]

"you know im not that crazy" I DONT KNOW, MIKE...

[@PaulMykytka]

Ah, and the Maxwell polish is best with grilled onions and mustard :)

[@TheNuprin711]

That is no lie

[@changwoww]

bro I had no idea you never had Portillo’s beef - next time ask for dipped with hot on the Italian-beef. Glad you stopped by our home state . Eat on brother

[@unums]

Ah, another Mikey video, love the Hi-Fi it really sets a happy the mood and your positivity just makes my day

[@jeannemarcum5234]

you forgot about the CELERY SALT!! chicago style must have celery salt!! = HEAVEN!! CHI TOWN LOVES YOU!!

[@maddierosemusic]

and it's a Poppy seed bun, not sesame!

[@EddyLitwin]

You know what gives me the chills is that party bus was for my friends wedding and I was at the same hotel we were getting ready for the wedding and then got on

[@NamNguyen-zq6bv]

You don't eat chicken wings with those chopsticks 🥢 Mike 😂

[@fernandoflores6061]

He said he deserved getting poked in the eye for eating so many chickens in his lifetime, No Mikey you deserved that for eating wings with chopsticks Lol

[@NamNguyen-zq6bv]

@@fernandoflores6061 😂😂😂

[@janggau185]

The one thing ya missed about the Chocolate cake Mikey. No Milkshake... A must when eating at Portillo's Get the Chocolate Cake Shake!!

[@mybabyboy2286]

giardiniera peppers are a must with the italian beef. Yummmm

[@dj-gs9gl]

I know! I can't believe he skipped the peppers on the italian beef.

[@bigkahunamenor]

Portillo’s Italian beef, with double hot peppers dipped juicy is the way to go 🤙🏾

[@HeyitsDee]

"Like, where did the owners of the random shoes laying on the ground, like, where did they go?". OMG I literally spit my water out laughing at that! You're too funny, Mike. 😂

[@sukritaggarwal6518]

You should definitely do a food tour of various other cities. There are many American cities which are seldom ever showcased. Fargo, Sioux Falls, Boise, Omaha & Louisville, to name a few! Cities in upstate New York would also be nice!

[@nathaliebuela2307]

I laughed so hard when he screamed because the chicken was still alive as it poked his eye😂😂

[@iambleu203]

ROFLMAO

[@whitemagic9489]

Same 😂😂🤣

[@thizizmizliz]

Next time you come back to Chicago, definitely try the Chocolate Cake Shake at Portillos! Yes, they put an entire slice of that cake in the shake. Why? Why not.

[@kayflip2233]

Mikey: "Im from Xian", "I'm from New York", "I'm from Illinois".

[@Dayzee1081]

The true global citizen!

[@deutschelehrer69]

The real Mr.worldwide

[@D-me-dream-smp]

The only person who refers to places by the food he ate there.

[@cameronfrancis6801]

Have you ever had an Italian Beef Combo before? Phenomenal!!! Basically an Italian beef sandwich with a huge polish sausage in it. So good.

[@tiagopires5713]

what about Portuguese food? you should really try it!

[@Joel1031]

Next time you got to Portillo's, get a cake shake! It's literally a slice of that cake blended into a chocolate shake. Amazing.

[@CorruptTime]

Watching you is one of the main reasons I opened up the channel Latin Chopsticks! Showing the world what there is to eat in the city where Disney World is located!!! Thanks for your content.

[@arnier6007]

Mickey always goes in for the big bite and ends up just getting a nibble, really enjoyed the video!

[@ThankfulNicVlogs]

You finally went to my favorite Korean Fried Chicken place! When was this? I would’ve driven you around! Though I do love Portillo’s, Johnnie’s is still the BEST!!!

[@Stesh064]

Mikey is such a great person with a great personality. It's great he visits his parents want a great son!

[@lynnedavenport3298]

I'm moving back to the Midwest and can't wait to eat at these Korean restaurants 😋. And the kfoods box looks like a lot of good treats.

[@justdrive5327]

Idk if this is alot or average but Chicago has more than 100 Korean restaurants

[@Reformedekko]

Mikey always having the cars 👀 see you with the model 3 and q50

[@Eli-mu4uy]

watching mikey’s videos while you’re on a diet is torture

[@cedricburrell3680]

🤣🤣🤣

[@smokefan1443]

I'm so surprised you've never had Portillo's before now!!! It's an icon for Illinois! The chocolate cake shake is the best!

[@Domafied]

I'm glad I found you this last year. Very entertaining videos of food tourism.

[@themusicsweetly]

I hope whoever owns that car appreciates how worried you were about it being scratched! 😅

[@hhon8938]

Omg never been to Portillos?!!! Mikey sooooo glad you found the foundation of all that is Chicago 🤣 I love the tea place and soGongDong too!!!

[@FinancialShinanigan]

Someone's now on the hitlist of the NYC Hotdog Mafia lol

[@nonfatalfonso]

ketchup on hotdogs in new york? mike is trippin

[@pandaiscool9552]

Chicago style hotdogs are better than New York hot dogs

[@MrKmoconne]

It's been 39 years since I've visited Chicago's Chinatown. I don't remember what restaurant we ate at, but I had a lobster and bok choy dinner who's taste has lingered in my mind ever since and I've never found a restaurant near me that has had it on the menu. I would like to visit Chicago Chinatown again, but I can't eat as much as I could when I was younger so I'd like to eat at a good place again. Would like to see Mike do a three day food tour of Chi-town Chinatown and tell us where the good places are. Polish sausage should have been Maxwell street style: Sausage, carmelized onions, smear of mustard and at Jim's Original on S.Union Ave.

[@Himaniiibiebsy]

Why is Mikey wearing a scrunchie on his wrist? haha

[@juliannaperez1291]

i knew i wasn’t the only one who noticed!! i had to check the comments hahah

[@aku_emiv]

How come I didn't see that😂 timestamp please.

[@tweety23301]

Hey honey, Omg You were here in Chicago!! Now the first place you went to Crisp I've always wanted to go there now you just made me look more forward to it.. the other two restaurants I had never heard of but of course portillo's I have one that is literally 10 minutes away from me and that is one of my favorite portillo's. Glad you enjoyed your time here stay safe 🙏

[@stevenguyen1941]

Mikey was near my house! Hope you enjoyed and come back to Chicago anytime!

[@akibmahdi526]

how do u manage to pump out content like this often? i can't imagine the amount of cardio u do

[@supianzainuddin1482]

I love the way he ate and explained the food. And of course the way he enjoyed it.

[@lonelypotato9351]

Mikey wearing scrunchiess at 14:17??😂😂 Idk y but it made me so happy 😂

[@ASeekerOfLostSkills]

Rub dishwashing liquid into the spots on your shirt till it feels almost like jelly then wash as normal.